British Association of Social Workers

About British Association of Social Workers

The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) is the professional membership body and trade union for social workers across the United Kingdom. BASW represents over 20,000 social work professionals, providing advocacy, professional development, ethical guidance, and campaign support on issues affecting the profession and the communities it serves. The association publishes research, hosts conferences, offers legal and employment advice, and maintains the Professional Capabilities Framework that defines social work competency standards throughout England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.